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Experiences and Perceived Preventive Measures of Sexual Harassment Among Female Students at Tribhuvan university

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: This study examines the experiences of sexual harassment among female students at higher educations in Kathmandu valley under Tribhuvan University, Nepal. The study employs a focus group discussions and in-depth interviews with female students across various higher educational institutes. Findings reveal that sexual harassment is pervasive, occurring both on and off-campus situation, and manifests in physical, verbal, and non-verbal forms. Participants emphasized the need for strict laws, effective enforcement, and increased societal awareness will be effective to mitigate these issues. The research finding elaborated the importance of female empowerment and systemic change to combat sexual harassment in academic and public spaces in Nepal.

Source: Interdisciplinary Research in Education

DOI: 10.3126/ire.v9i2.75026

Authors: Kalpana Gyawali, Ram Krishna Maharjan, Shyam Krishna Maharjan

Institution: Tribhuvan University

Language: English

Topic: Sexual Assault and Victimization Studies

Subfield: Gender Studies

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Gender equality, Peace, justice, and strong institutions, Quality education, Reduced inequalities

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4407993660

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